change vs utilize

utilize vs change

change is a noun but utilize is not a noun.

change and utilize both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
change	Yes	No	Yes	No
utilize	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, utilize is a hyponym of change; that is, utilize is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than change:

change: exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category
utilize: convert (from an investment trust to a unit trust)

Other hyponyms of change include rectify, capitalise, capitalize, launder, break.

change (noun)	utilize (noun)
the action of changing something
a different or fresh set of clothes
a thing that is different
a difference that is usually pleasant
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
the result of alteration or modification
coins of small denomination regarded collectively
the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due
money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency
a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event

change (verb)	utilize (verb)
undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature	convert (from an investment trust to a unit trust)
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation	put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
change clothes; put on different clothes
exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category
lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
remove or replace the coverings of
become deeper in tone
change from one vehicle or transportation line to another
give to, and receive from, one another

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